Walter, what is the best, fast growing shade tree for Georgia gardeners?
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Cherry W
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We are in Greensboro...HOT
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Maple 'Autumn Blaze' will grow around 2 ft a year if happy. It is a cross between a red maple and the fast growing the silver maple. It has beautiful fall color and a very sturdy tree.
360 Sod (Donna Dixson)
on Jul 07, 2012
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Great! Thank you!
Cherry W
on Jul 07, 2012
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You might also consider Zelkova serrata, about which Ohio State's extension service says, "Zelkova serrata is one of the two best large shade trees with a vase shape, with a rapid growth rate and stately appearance that, coupled with its other ornamental features of summer/autumn foliage, fine texture, and attractive bark, make it a truly underutilized tree in modern landscapes."
Douglas Hunt
on Jul 08, 2012
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Zelkova is a fantastic urban tree. I love the smooth darker grey bark contrasting with the lighter green leaves. If you grow two near each other they will make a vase shaped arch which makes a beautiful statement. If it's autumn color, got to go with the maple.
Flowerscapes Garden Design & Landscaping
on Jan 31, 2014
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